National

Activist Wangchuk Arrested After Ladakh Protests

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

On September 26, 2025, Indian police arrested Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk, two days after violent protests in Leh that left at least four people dead. Authorities allege he made provocative remarks that fueled the unrest. The Protests The demonstrations began as a call for statehood, job quotas, and greater autonomy for Ladakh. Protesters clashed with […]

International

Pakistan Pleaded Ceasefire in Operation Sindoor – India at UNGA

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

India used its Right of Reply at the UN General Assembly to counter Pakistan’s claims about Operation Sindoor, stating that Pakistan’s military had pleaded for a cessation of hostilities during the operation. India’s Version India said that in early May 2025, Pakistan asked India to stop fighting after Indian strikes had degraded militant infrastructure. According […]

International

India Rebukes Shehbaz’s UN Speech Claims

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

At the United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made remarks that accused India of human rights violations and raised the Kashmir issue. India responded sharply, rejecting what it called distortions of facts. India’s Counters In its right of reply, India accused Shehbaz of “glorifying terrorism” and said no amount of rhetoric can […]

Op-Eds Opinion

AI Is Now Censoring Movies Without Filmmakers’ Consent

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

The world just witnessed a new low in film censorship. The Australian horror film Together, starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie, was digitally altered for its release in China. A gay couple at the heart of the story was rewritten into a heterosexual pairing using AI face-replacement technology. One actor’s face was literally swapped out […]

International

Palestine Applies for BRICS Membership

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

Palestine has formally applied for full membership in the BRICS bloc, according to its ambassador to Russia, Abdel-Hafiz Nofal. He stated the application has been sent and that Palestine will continue as a guest in BRICS until its membership is approved. China’s Reaction China expressed a welcoming stance toward Palestine’s application, noting it is open […]

Business Trade

India Eyes US Corn for Ethanol Production

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

India is in negotiations with the United States to import corn to bolster its ethanol production efforts. This move is part of broader talks between the two countries seeking to deepen trade relations and make mutual concessions. Tariff Question Looms New Delhi is also pushing for the removal of 25% punitive tariffs that the US […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Will Trump Choose Indian Consumers or American Lobbies?

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

India’s oil dilemma has never been about barrels alone. It’s about politics, sanctions, and the whimsical mood of Washington. Today, the stark question is this: will Donald Trump side with Indian consumers staring at higher fuel bills, or with American dairy and farm lobbies who have turned trade talks into a playground of pressure tactics? […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Let Netas Practice the Policies They Frame: Live Like the Middle Class

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

There is a saying that those who make the rules must first live by them. In India, the exact opposite has become our reality. Our MPs, MLAs, judges, police officers, and civil servants write policies that weigh down the backs of ordinary families while they themselves remain untouched by the consequences. The middle class is […]

Cricket Sports

Pakistan Coach Warns India Before Asia Cup Final

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

Ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai, Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson issued a firm warning to India. He asked his team to stay focused, maintain discipline, and not be swayed by external pressures. Context of the Match This final marks the first time India and Pakistan will meet in an Asia Cup […]

National

Modi, Nitish Are ‘Two Brothers’ for Bihar Women – PM

By BPN News Desk September 26, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Bihar’s Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana via video link on September 26, 2025. Under the scheme, 75 lakh women in Bihar have been given ₹10,000 each as seed money to begin livelihood activities. The total initial disbursement is ₹7,500 crore. Modi’s Message In his address, Modi said that Bihar’s women now […]